Journeys in Japan · SEASON 1
Ashikaga City, Tochigi
Episode 23 · 2010-09-28
- Documentary
Episode overview
Tochigi Prefecture is situated in the most northern part of the Kantō region, and is a prefecture that is inland, not facing the coast. Though only 70 kilometers away from Tokyo, it is an area that still retains a lush mountain landscape. This program goes on a journey to visit the people who live in the natural environment of such a mountainous area, taking a look at their work and everyday lives. (Excerpt)
28 minutes
Season 1 episodes
1. Fukuoka City, Fukuoka: Rediscovering Asia in Fukuoka2010-02-02
2. Toyama City, Toyama2010-03-02
3. Furano, Hokkaido: Traversing Snowy Furano by Dog Sled2010-03-30
4. Naoshima, Kagawa: Island of Art2010-04-06
5. Kamakura, Kanagawa: Discovering Japan's Samurai Spirit2010-04-13
6. Tsukuba, Ibaraki: A City with State-of-the-Art Technology2010-04-20
7. Oshino Village, Yamanashi: Living Close to Mt. Fuji2010-04-27
8. Tottori Sand Dunes, Tottori: Land of Majestic Dunes2010-05-11
9. Northern Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka: Suruga Bay's Bountiful Nature2010-05-18
10. Toyokawa, Aichi2010-05-25
11. Himeji, Hyogo2010-06-01
12. Naruto, Tokushima2010-06-15
13. Miyazu City, Kyoto - Amanohashidate: Japan's Scenic Treasure2010-06-22
14. Yonezawa City, Yamagata: The City with a Warrior's Legacy2010-06-29
15. Geo-Touring in Kyushu2010-07-06
16. Mino City, Gifu2010-07-13
17. Minabe, Wakayama: Town of Forests and Orchards2010-07-20
18. Sendai & Matsushima, Miyagi: In the Footsteps of a Renowned Warlord2010-07-27
19. Nara, Nara: Nara Heijokyo, Celebrating 1300 Years of Culture2010-08-03
20. Spring & Summer 2010 Highlights2010-09-07
21. Sekita Mountain Range, Nagano/Niigata: Into the Wild Long Trail in Satoyama2010-09-14
22. Uchiko, Ehime: A Town Built Upon the Thoughts of Its People2010-09-21
23. Ashikaga City, Tochigi2010-09-28
24. Karatsu, Saga: Karatsu with an Homage to Jacques Mayo2010-10-05
25. Izu-Oshima, Tokyo: Island of Marathon Dreams2010-10-12
26. Hita City, Oita2010-10-19
27. Aizu, Fukushima: A Taste of Tradition and Scenic Charm2010-10-26
28. Shimanami Kaido, Hiroshima/Ehime: A Cycling Tour: Refreshing Breezes at the Seto Inland Sea2010-11-02
29. A Passion for Industrial Structures: Exploring People's Passion for Industrial Structure Tours: This Time in Kanagawa, Gunma, Nagasaki Prefectures2010-11-09
30. Kure, Hiroshima: Gourmet Life in A Port City2010-11-16
31. Hachimantai, Akita: Akita's Hidden Hot Springs: Traditional Onsen Therapy2010-11-23
32. Iya Valley, Tokushima: Exploring the Remote Iya Valley2010-11-30
33. Yakushima, Kagoshima: Enchanting Yakushima2010-12-07
34. Kanazawa City, Ishikawa: City of Gold Leaf2010-12-14
35. Koyasan, Wakayama: A Temple Stay to Recharge2010-12-21
